Department of Transportation
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction of the Division of Human Resources (DHR) Classification & Hiring Office, Deputy Division Chief (SSM III), the incumbent provides a variety of tasks for the Classification & Hiring unit and in support of the DDC. The Office Technician (Typing) performs a variety of complex and responsible technical support for the Northern CH and assists in maintaining the day-to-day operations. Routinely, this position has access to confidential information.
Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Office Technician Typing exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click CalCareers and search by typing in the classification title.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
- Attention to detail.
- Good typing, grammar, and word processing skills.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel programs.
- Excellent attendance, punctuality, and dependability.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service utilizing effective and professional communication.
- Ability to use tact and good judgment when interacting with all levels of staff.
- Ability to exercise flexibility in managing multiple tasks and adjusting to/accepting constantly changing priorities.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively by providing clear, concise, and functional guidance.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently or cooperatively as part of a team.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact:
Karlee Wootan
(279) 234-2438
karlee.wootan@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Christine Zimmer
(916) 203-5211
Christine.Zimmer@dot.ca.gov